While driving on i-95 in ma at 65 mph during rush-hour,without any warning whatsoever, the etm light on my 2000 volvo xc v70 came on and the car immediately lost power. I narrowly escaped a serious accident with my wife and two children (ages 9 and 1). I was able to drive at maximum 35 mph to the nearest exit ramp and call for help. The repairs (replaced electronic throttle module) cost $1100. This is a widespread problem and should be recalled before someone dies. *Nm
Vehicle safety record
2000 Volvo 740 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2000 Volvo 740 with NHTSA, most often about the acceleration & cruise control (1) and the wheels & tires (1). There are no recalls for it.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical 740 year, for its age
#366 most complained-about 2000 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2000 Volvo 740 problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
No recalls for the 2000 Volvo 740
What owners say
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2 complaints about the 2000 Volvo 740
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Vehicle has 4 bent rims and two tires that are road hazardous. Dealer has inspected vehicle.*Ak
Volvo 740: every year compared
All 740 years2000 Volvo 740 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 Volvo 740 | 2 | 0 | A | |
| 2000 Volvo S80 | 342 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 2000 Volvo S70 | 188 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2000 Volvo S40 | 122 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 2000 Volvo V70XC | 103 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2000 Volvo V70 | 93 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 2000 Volvo V40 | 50 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 2000 Volvo 770 | 35 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2000 Volvo C70 | 26 | 4 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2000 Volvo 740
Does the 2000 Volvo 740 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2000 Volvo 740 right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Volvo 740?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the acceleration & cruise control (1), wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 2000 Volvo 740 had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on April 4, 2001 and the latest on December 7, 2005. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2000 Volvo 740 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 97 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Volvo 740 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Volvo 740 years have the most complaints?
1990 (47), 1989 (41), 1991 (19). See every Volvo 740 year compared.
What should I do if my 2000 Volvo 740 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data